IKEA Home smart
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What it is
IKEA Home smart is a free Android and iOS app for controlling IKEA smart-home products through the app, DIRIGERA hub, remotes, voice assistants or motion sensors. With DIRIGERA, users can manage lighting, blinds, sound, air purifiers, outlets, sensors and accessories. The app places devices in rooms, groups lights, creates scenes and routines, and schedules actions with timers. IKEA says it works with Google Home, Apple Home and Alexa. Matter-enabled IKEA devices can be added through compatible smart-home apps and controlled across platforms. DIRIGERA is recommended for connecting new and older IKEA devices, although Matter devices do not require it; the hub needs Wi-Fi and a router cable. IKEA says basic functions such as switching lights on and off are designed to work without internet or a remote server. Gateway software receives security updates for three years after purchase, while connected smart products receive support for five years.
Spec sheet
- Purpose
- IKEA Home smart lets people control IKEA smart home products through an app, hub, remotes, voice, or motion sensors.Read 7 Oct 2026 · ikea.com
- Platforms
- The app is available from the Apple App Store for iPhone and Google Play for Android.Read 7 Oct 2026 · ikea.com
- Free plan
- YesRead 24 Sep 2026 · ikea.com
- Controls
- The app can place devices in rooms, group lights, create scenes and routines, and schedule actions with timers.Read 7 Oct 2026 · ikea.com
- Customer support
- IKEA directs smart product users to its Customer Support Centres and support information on ikea.com.Read 7 Oct 2026 · ikea.com
- Device support term
- IKEA says smart products connected to DIRIGERA or TRÅDFRI receive software support, including security updates, for five years after purchase.Read 7 Oct 2026 · ikea.com
- Energy monitoring
- YesRead 24 Sep 2026 · ikea.com
- Hub requirement
- DIRIGERA is recommended for connecting new and older IKEA devices, while the guide says Matter devices do not require it.Read 7 Oct 2026 · ikea.com
- Local control
- YesRead 24 Sep 2026 · ikea.com
- Maker history
- IKEA says Ingvar Kamprad founded the company in 1943 and that its design headquarters remain in Älmhult, Sweden.Read 7 Oct 2026 · ikea.com
- Matter compatibility
- Matter-enabled IKEA devices can be added through compatible smart home apps and controlled across multiple platforms simultaneously.Read 7 Oct 2026 · ikea.com
- Matter support
- YesRead 24 Sep 2026 · ikea.com
- Network requirement
- The DIRIGERA hub requires Wi-Fi and connects to the router with the included cable.Read 7 Oct 2026 · ikea.com
- Offline operation
- IKEA says basic smart product functions such as turning lights on and off are designed to work without an internet connection or remote server.Read 7 Oct 2026 · ikea.com
- Security updates
- IKEA says it will provide DIRIGERA and TRÅDFRI gateway software support, including security updates, for three years after purchase.Read 7 Oct 2026 · ikea.com
- Supported devices
- With DIRIGERA and the app, users can manage smart lighting, blinds, sound, air purifiers, outlets, sensors, and accessories.Read 7 Oct 2026 · ikea.com
- Voice assistant support
- YesRead 24 Sep 2026 · ikea.com
- Voice integrations
- IKEA says the app works with Google Home, Apple Home, and Alexa.Read 7 Oct 2026 · ikea.com
- Zigbee support
- YesRead 24 Sep 2026 · ikea.com
Plans and prices
IKEA Home smart app Free Free to download · controls IKEA smart products with DIRIGERA hub Read 7 Oct 2026 · ikea.com
Strong points and limits
Strong points
- Free Android and iOS app
- Organizes devices into rooms and routines
- Works with Google Home, Apple Home and Alexa
- Supports Matter and Zigbee devices
- Basic lighting controls are designed to work offline
Limits
- DIRIGERA requires Wi-Fi and a router connection
- Gateway software support lasts three years after purchase
- Connected product support lasts five years after purchase
Who it suits
It suits people using IKEA smart products who want app, voice, sensor and routine controls. Android and iOS users can connect supported devices locally or through compatible Matter platforms.
Verdict
IKEA Home smart provides free, multi-platform control for IKEA devices, with scenes, schedules, voice integrations and Matter support. Hub requirements and stated support periods should be considered when planning a system.
Where Specifiction places it
- Home automation platforms#17 of 257.9
- Home Automation#18 of 257.9